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Nima Aref

Software Engineer & Creative Developer

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Work Experience

AI Research Intern

Google DeepMind · Internship

May 2025 - Aug 2025 · California

Contributed to applied AI research at Google DeepMind, collaborating with research scientists and engineers to explore and evaluate state-of-the-art machine learning models. Supported experiment design, data pipeline development, and results analysis to help advance projects in deep learning and generative AI.

Deep Learning PyTorch JAX LLMs Research

Security Analyst Intern

Precise Cyber solutions

Jan. 2024 - Aug. 2024

Assisted in monitoring and analyzing network traffic to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, while also contributing as part of a team to develop interactive cybersecurity education software for K-12 students, emphasizing safety best practices and engagement.

Threat Detection React UI/UX Flask Agile

CyberSecurity Instructor

Independent

2022 - Present

Founded a student-led cybersecurity lab and developed an advanced curriculum focused on cyber threat defense, mentoring a team in network security, system administration, and ethical hacking. Led the team to a 2nd place finish out of 1,100 teams in the national CyberPatriot competition organized by the Air & Space Forces Association.

Team Leadership Wireshark Cisco Packet Tracer Splunk Socket.IO Nmap

AI & Autonomy Trainee

Tesla · Internship

May 2022 - Aug 2022 · Remote

Participated in a short-term AI and autonomy learning program at Tesla, gaining exposure to real-world applications of machine learning, computer vision, and self-driving technologies. Explored Tesla’s approach to neural networks, sensor fusion, and decision-making systems, while engaging in technical sessions focused on the development and ethical considerations of autonomous vehicles.

Machine Learning Computer Vision Neural Networks Sensor Fusion Autonomous Vehicles

Coding Instructor

CodeNinjas

Jan 2020 – Aug 2022

Center Director

CodeNinjas

Summers 2023 – 2024

Taught kids aged 8–14 programming through game-based curricula, fostering creativity and critical thinking. Supported a fun and educational environment while helping students build foundational coding skills.

Oversaw summer camp operations, including staff supervision, marketing efforts, and day-to-day logistics. Ensured programs aligned with educational goals while maintaining an engaging environment for all students.


Curriculum Development Youth Engagement Unreal Engine Unity Javascript Zbrush

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